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The nurse is preparing to obtain a blood specimen via capillary heel puncture. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
 
  A) Apply a cool compress for several minutes before collection
  B) Elevate the extremity used after puncturing it
  C) Squeeze the area to facilitate specimen collection
  D) Wipe away the first drop of blood with dry gauze
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